accordingly — in a way that is appropriate to the particular circumstances; therefore, as a result
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: in a way that is appropriate to the particular circumstances; therefore, as a result
Pronunciation (IPA): /əˈkɔːrdɪŋli/
Example Sentences
- My boss gave me a raise, so I upgraded my lunch from instant noodles to actual food accordingly.
- The test was harder than expected, so students adjusted their study methods accordingly.
- She discovered her cat was actually a food critic, so she started cooking accordingly.
accordingly
ADVERB[/əˈkɔːrdɪŋli/]
in a way that is appropriate to the particular circumstances; therefore, as a result
Adapting behavior to match circumstances
The manager adjusted the schedule accordingly after hearing the news.
They acted accordingly and responsibly, leading the project successfully forward.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From the Middle English word 'acordinge', derived from Old French 'acorder' meaning 'to agree' or 'to settle', combined with the suffix '-ly' to form an adverb.
Breakdown
accord (agree, settle) + -ing (present participle) + -ly (adverb suffix) = accordingly
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📝Examples
“My boss gave me a raise, so I upgraded my lunch from instant noodles to actual food accordingly.”
“The test was harder than expected, so students adjusted their study methods accordingly.”
“She discovered her cat was actually a food critic, so she started cooking accordingly.”
“The budget was reduced, so we need to scale down the project accordingly.”
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